CLEVELAND — Josh McCown has been named starting quarterback of the Cleveland Browns for Week 2, but he will be risking the well-being of his wife and children if he does so. The veteran quarterback was informed today by his life insurance company that they will refuse to cover his policy if he takes the field.
“Obviously, it’s not an ideal situation and is something I need to think about,” said McCown. “It’s a rare opportunity to be able to play quarterback in the NFL. But on the other hand, it’s the Browns. And then there’s this life insurance issue now, too.